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Rishabh Pant Walks Off the Field After Being Struck on the Wrist by a Searing Lahiru Kumara Bouncer on Day 1 of SL vs IND 2026 2nd Test

Pant was treated by India’s physio and left after 3 runs off 15 balls, raising concern over his availability later in the match.

  • On Sunday, India wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant retired hurt after sustaining a wrist injury during the second Test against Sri Lanka at the Sinhalese Sports Club in Colombo.
  • Pant attempted a pull shot against Sri Lankan fast bowler Lahiru Kumara during the 58th over, but the ball struck his glove before impacting his wrist.
  • India's score was 207/3 in 57 overs when Pant, who scored 3 runs off 15 balls, left the field after medical staff applied ice packs to limit swelling.
  • Ravindra Jadeja replaced the injured batter at the crease, joining Devdutt Padikkal as play continued following the medical interruption.
  • Further assessment will determine if Pant can return to the field during the match, with the injury timing presenting concern for India's batting order.
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Indian wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant suffered an injury during the second Test against Sri Lanka. The injury was so severe that he had to leave the field immediately.

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The Free Press Journal broke the news in Mumbai, India on Sunday, August 23, 2026.
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